Human Services Degree

The human services program at Luzerne County Community College prepare students for careers as a social and human service assistant, community health worker, or community and social service specialist. The program focuses on the general study and provision of human and social services, as well as preparing individuals to work in public and private human services agencies and organizations. Program courses include: social sciences, psychology, principles of social service, human services policy, planning and evaluation, and social services law and administration. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer human services degrees.

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Luzerne County Community College

61 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA

Ever since it was founded in the year 1967, Luzerne County Community College (LCCC) has become a renowned institution in the heart of Luzerne County in Pennsylvania. By promoting low tuition, open admissions and educational support, LCCC strives to provide every student with a chance to pursue higher degrees in different fields. With the main campus being 167 acres in total, LCCC promotes excellence in education through the 11 satellite campuses located all over the Northern Pennsylvania region. Today, Luzerne County Community College boasts of its prominence being the largest college in Northern Pennsylvania. The community college caters to most of the educational needs of the residents of the Northern Pennsylvania and each new day the college expands to accommodate new and fresh talent from all over the county.

LCCC is simply a stepping stone for students looking to continue with their education. By offering 2 year programs, LCCC provides numerous academic, career and technical training programs giving every student a chance to study at higher levels. Even better, the school has negotiated agreements with different degree institution making the transition from community college to university faster and more efficient for all students. Some of the top programs offered at LCCC include the following:

• General Studies
• Education
• Nursing
• Criminal Justice
• Business Management Technology
• Business Administration
• Computer Information Systems

LCCC also offers numerous credit free programs thus being the largest supplier of such programs in Northern Pennsylvania. For more information, click Luzerne County Community College and become part of the LCCC community.

Students Enrolled in the Human Services Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Luzerne County Community College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Gettysburg, PA
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.46
  • Average Annual Salary: $57120

Social and Human Service Assistants

Description

Assist in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and human service assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Gettysburg, PA
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $35320

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Description

All community and social service specialists not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, community and social service specialists, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).